In this moving interview, we learn the inspiring story of Dr. Steve Mora, a renowned orthopedic surgeon from Southern California whose vocation to help others was born from a personal tragedy. As a child, Dr. Mora was hit by a bus, an accident that led to multiple surgeries and ignited in him the desire to become a doctor to help others as he had been helped.
Today, Dr. Mora is a leading specialist in knee and shoulder surgery, treating everyone from young athletes and soccer players to UFC fighters. In addition to his professional work, he dedicates part of his free time to volunteering, providing medical assistance during training and games, offering safety and immediate support to athletes. His commitment also extends beyond borders: every year he travels to Peru, his native country, where he treats hundreds of patients free of charge on medical missions.
Dr. Mora’s impact also reaches the academic sphere, as he mentors medical students at his alma mater, California State University, Fullerton, inspiring new generations of doctors. His story demonstrates how a painful experience can be transformed into a life dedicated to service, empathy, and the well-being of others.
